I Went Camping With

Errik Anderson may be the world's most prolific developer of drugs that no one has heard about. He is hopeful for the future of medicine.

NDEs or "Near Death Experiences" are a widely studied and attested phenomenon. Many people upon clinically flatlining report visions of heaven and hell. Stephen Gray, director and writer of the new film After Death stops by to talk about some of the most infamous cases.

One of the most legendary vocalists and singers of all time joins us to "Tell it like it is". Aaron Neville shares stories from his incredible journey and talks his new book.

Ryan sits down with an erudite Father Gregory Pine and they get into one of the most random theological discourses to ever grace the podcast universe.

Justine Tiu is the co-founder of one of the fastest growing brands in America. And it has nothing to do with AI. The Woobles are easy to learn to crochet kits. Her story should inspire anyone with an idea to get going.

Pro Bowler Justin Forsett gives us his lessons for success on and off the field.

Evan Wickham is pastor, worship leader, father, husband and dad joke connoisseur. We sat down to figure out why, after all these years, does he still believe in Jesus.

He's a country superstar, minister and now author. Granger Smith sits down and walks us through his amazing journey and decision to leave his bus and music behind to answer a call.

As an accomplished politician, author, and advocate for conservative principles, Mia shares her insights on the current state of American politics, the importance of faith and family in her life, and her experiences as a former airline attendant - complete with hilarious stories and mishaps from her time in the air. Join us as we explore Mia's unique perspective on the intersection of politics, faith, and the great outdoors, and gain a deeper appreciation for the power of resilience, determination, and a love of adventure.

Hugh Ross walks through his interpretation of the the origins of the universe, evolution and so much more. A deep dive into faith and science you won't want to miss.

Colt McCoy has had a storied football career. More impressive is his off the field philosophy, demeanor and way he conducts his life. Colt's emphasis on family and faith has been an inspiration to all who know him.

Ryan Leak is an executive coach, best-selling author, and motivational speaker that gets to inspire over 50,000 people every month and train over 20,000 leaders every year, for some of the biggest corporations in the world. He's widely known for two documentaries: The Surprise Wedding and Chasing Failure.

Laura Osnes is a singer, songwriter and Tony nominated broadway star. Fresh off the heels of first new music release in some time, Laura joins us by the fire to talk about her incredible journey to living out her childhood dream.

One of the most popular speakers in the world, a bestselling author, successful entrepreneur, and more importantly, devoted husband and father, Jon Gordon joins us to share the power of integrity in unleashing your dreams and impact.

8:32- The Nike Branding Deal Story 19:38- Creative Marketing Ideas 26:01- The Hustle- Pretending to be a sales rep from Vans 40:32 - When the funding fell through last minute 43:37 - Biggest misstep  

Kevin Lawson has accrued almost 5 million "confirmations" (Not followers) to his Tiktok account by encouraging and offering genuine hope to people around the world. He was nice enough to sit down and share some of his best lessons with us.

NHL All Star Jeremy Roenick reflects back on his career, scariest moments and why he loves fans so much.

Andy Weir is a best selling author of the incredible books, The Martian, Artemis and The Hail Mary Project. He gets real and vulnerable about his battle with anxiety, his writing process and how he got his big break.

Best Selling Author, Screenwriter and insanely talented story master Blake Crouch joins us by the fire. He recently had his latest book optioned by Amblin. Blake makes you think, while entertaining. A truly rare gift.

Andrew Klavan tells his story of faith, how he met his wife hitch hiking, and why he thinks the media as a whole is problematic

David Holthouse is an award winning journalist and filmmaker who has seen a thing or two. He has infiltrated and gone undercover in some of the scariest settings you can imagine.

NBA Star and Best Selling Author Jonathan Isaac joins us to talk about his life changing decision.

The Daily Wire's Jeremy Boreing invites us to camp at their headquarters and answer tough questions about culture and media.

Chef Andre Rush Has Prepared Amazing Meals for four US Presidents, does over 2000 pushups a day, and happens to be one of the nicest people you will ever meet.

NYT Best Selling Author Jim Rollins was a successful Veterinarian, who in between neutering cats and dogs harbored a deep desire to be a fiction writer. On his noisy lunch breaks filled with parakeets and snakes hissing, he managed to sit down and author incredible fiction. Jim has some unconventional advice for our listeners and famously, never took a single writing class in his life. Jim Rollins has had an amazing run that is just getting started. He is the author of the Sigma Force series and his new book Kingdom of Bones is sure to have you furiously flipping pages.

Former Executive Assistant Director of the FBI and lead detective of the infamous Ted Bundy case, Kathleen McChesney has had a career to envy. We get a rare sit down with one of the most accomplished women in law enforcement history.

Matt Clifford co-founder of Barnana, now CEO of CanDo Foods, the company behind the wildly successful KetoCrisp Bar shares his wisdom and journey of starting a food business.

Renown Psychotherapist Matthias Barker shares some incredible insights into mental flourishing, the dangers of pornography for kids, and making your relationship work.

Ryan Ellis was employee number 1 and now finds himself as CEO of one of the fastest growing and hottest companies in America, TravisMathew. Recently signing Chris Pratt as their ambassador the brand has rocketed in growth over the last decade and is a staple of not just golf but apparel everywhere.

22:57- 23:47- I get up in the morning26:49 - 28:00 - We're full of stories 29:21 - 30:38 - I starting writing less. Sometimes less is more. 32:39 - 33:44 - I start at my best and it's all downhill from there. 40:25 - 41:22- I don't plot. It wouldn't be fun. I'm not a machine

Guinness World Record Holder, NBA Shooting Coach and Best Selling Author David Nurse Talks The Mental Game.

Celebrity Trainer Da Rulk has trained the avengers, Thor, and thousands of first responders. He shares his fitness wisdom and philosophy for training.

Gregg Is a prolific writer and shares with us numerous lessons from his now decades long career. In this episode we will hear Why Shakespeare is amazing and relevant to all authors todayGregg's process for writingHow Jordan Peterson actually officiated his wedding. What Gregg thinks is the solution to a lot of issues we face as a country.   

They were the best of times. USC Football Legend and Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart joins us by the campfire and gets real about life after the NFL. The Trojan champion shares his lessons learned, what life was like during those incredible championship years and what it was like playing for Pete Carroll as a USC Trojan. Matt was even in a music video with The Game. At the time the Trojans were THE football team in Los Angeles and the toast of the town with celebrities like Snoop Dog and Will Ferrell joining by the sidelines.We of course want to thank our sponsor for this episode Chilisleep. If you haven't tried their cooling technology to help you sleep deeper at night- you're missing out. Head on over to Chilisleep.com/wentcamping for 30% off your offer. Show Notes9:50 Why NFL Didn't Work Out 11:47 The Label as a Party Boy 22:45 Growing up overweight and crosseyed to Heisman winner. 32:15 Matt Was in a Music Video For The Game 38:10 What USC was like at that time. 39:30 Pete Carol story, USC culture 44:20 What Matt Would Do Differently 47:00 How Matt Met His Wife And First Impressions 01:01:10 High School Recruiting and College Athletes, should College athletes get paid?  https://www.chilisleep.com/wentcamping

Singer, Songwriter and Incredible Vocalist John K Joins The Campfire to Talk His Journey of Faith, Fame, and the Business of Songwriting.

Laird Hamilton joins us by the campfire to share his best stories, fitness tips, and wisdom for a live well lived.

John O'Hurley, the original most interesting man in the world, Mr. Peterman from Seinfeld and an accomplished actor with a myriad of talents joins us by the campfire for some signature monologues. We haven't laughed this hard in ages.

Mike Rufail  is a pioneer in the gaming world having founded one of the most successful esports franchises in the world in Team Envy. Mike shares what it takes to be a pro gamer, the exciting things they are doing in Dallas, and a vision for the future of esports.  Show notes12:30- What it Takes to be great. 14:21- how to become an E-gamer 22:21- physical training can help improve cognitive thinking if done 30 minutes before a match 27:43 what to eat and what to avoid eating 29:42- The building of a stadium 33:48- Discussing the "Rumors" of some very big news.

Sometimes we can't camp together in person so we have to take it to Zoom. Ernie Hudson joined us by a remote campfire to share his journey and wisdom. And yes, that Crackling you here is the sound of a fire. 3:46 : Ernie describes his experience with not being able to get roles after Ghostbusters.10:32 – 13:23- Ernie goes over his relationship with the cast of Ghostbusters as well as their personalities and what it was like to work with them. 29:40 – 31:16 - Huey Lewis Lawsuit39:28 – 42:27  Ernie tells Ryan and the audience a little bit about his upbringing, as well as his relationship with God.01:04:13 – 01:08:47 -Family Talk1:10:21- Ernie raises his boys as a single dad01:16:02 – 01:17:45 - Last time Ernie drove Ecto-1 as well as Ernie getting through convention security with his prop backpack.

Author and Bachelor Star Madison Prewett shares her journey to the Bachelor and beyond. Madison was a great sport and let us ask her some tough questions about reconciling faith and going on the reality series. She discusses her new book, Made for this Moment and the lessons learned along the way.

 00:06:21:21 - Ted Scott comes to Bubba and says may need to make a change00:08:12:00 - Why does Bubba ask for Kevin Durant's shoes?18:55-20:50 Ben Crane introduces to Ted Scott00:33:56:18 - Going on PGA TOUR00:35:47:18 - Accountability on Tour00:37:22:13 - Hard to balance family and being an athlete?00:44:05:20 - Bubba's headspace during matches00:49:15:10 - Internet is not always True-00:50:44:23 - Bubba doesn't believe Age is the end of performance    

There are extroverts and then there is Kathie Lee Gifford. The notorious KLG as we affectionately call her, is the legendary and Emmy award winning Television host who helped America wake up to inspiration, laughs and love for over three decades. From Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee, to the TODAY show, she has been a fixture of culture and one of the most respected media personalities around. If all that weren't enough, she is a best selling author, actress, director, and singer. Buckle up as we go camping with one of the GOATS. Be sure to check out Kathie Lee's new book "The Jesus I know". Available for pre-order now.

He's a legendary producer having helped make classic films like Gran Torino and A Star Is Born. He's worked with Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper and Clint Eastwood. Bill Gerber joins us by the fire to share his wisdom on making it in hollywood, getting movies made and all his wisdom accrued from a lifetime of doing deals.

Gregg Sulkin, the star of hit shows and films like Wizards of Waverly Place, Runaways, Pretty Little Liars and many many more joins us by the fire to share his life journey, his lessons on success and advice for those who are embarking on the journey of acting. Not only is this chap brilliant, but his accent basically makes this one of the best episodes yet.

Ben offers his take on reality TV and using your platform for good 5:15-7:43 Ben on returning to the Bachelor- 8- 9:26 Doing The Bachelor as a Christian/Rejection From the Church- 17:20 How Ben Met Jess- 19:30- 21:40

1:20-1:50 - ocean babies; original jersey shore 2:20-3:00 - family sailboat story6:05-7:26 - talking about peers and gratefulness9:55-10:21  write what you know12:40-15:40 working at the Atlantic30:00-32:10 how each writer is different when starting their books36:00-36:39 reading what others write to get ideas38:30-41:20  Matthew Quirk Actually Takes Classes on How To Escape42:00-43:20  Smo're Story00:48:00;15 - 43:40-48 spooky story 35:58- 38:22  Reading other people's work will improve your own.   1:02:50-1:04:10 writing advice1:14:20-1:14:50 the dance for publication1:14:51-1:15:30 his experience in the dance that led to “the 500”1:16:30-1:16:48 This is how much he loves writing.  1:19:40-1:20:15 Chipotle Was His First Meal After Success. 1:21:40-1:23:21 The Second Book is Always The Toughest 1:23:50-1:25:10 Does He Write in Silence Or Music?1:33:15-1:34:00 You must turn off the internet to write.  1:34:20-1:36:39 meeting your writing heroes at conventions 1:38:10-1:38:40 everyone goes through the ringer at some point01:51:49;04 - 1:51:30-1:51:49 How you know when your spouse  1:52:10-1:53:00 His Ultimate Advice For Fighting With Your Spouse 

CNN, Forbes and the Huffington Post referred to @jeremycowart as the most influential photographer on the internet. He's photographed some of today's most famous individuals and like many who find themselves in rooms of powerful people, the journey was not planned.

She's an actress, a producer, a published author and if that wasn't enough, one of the nicest people you will ever meet. Bailee Madison found fame and success before most of us could drive a car. She even had a clothing line named after her. She may be young bu she has some ageless wisdom for us all as she joins us by the fire for another incredible interview

5:50-6:10 “Ralph talks about William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy soliciting his advice” 10:26-10:40 How Ralph Made Sure To Make Himself Indispensable by being the original Amazon Prime13:00-13:30: Work Commitment is vital 23:15-23:47 Changing Times at the Paramount Lot 24:45-26:35 Ralph Worked on Captain Ron 27:46-29:45 The Famous Frappucino Story on X-Men 2 32:20-33:40 This is what a line producer does- he says no. 52:24-53:43 Christians in Hollywood

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